The Electoral Commission (EC) has reassured the National Democratic Congress (NDC) that it will re-exhibit the corrected Provisional Voters Register (PVR) online before the final version is printed for the 2024 General Elections. This decision comes after the NDC’s nationwide “Enough is Enough” demonstration, which sought corrections to discrepancies in the provisional register and a forensic audit of the EC’s IT system.
The demonstration, led by NDC National Chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketiah, presented a petition to the EC highlighting issues such as illegal voter transfers, deleted names, incomplete data, and a compromised IT system. The EC acknowledged these concerns and clarified its stance on re-exhibiting the PVR.
While the EC is open to a physical exhibition at all 40,000+ centers, time constraints make this unfeasible. Printing and distributing the corrected register would take around four weeks, which is impractical given the approaching election date.
Instead, the EC will implement an Online Exhibition of the PVR, allowing registered voters to report anomalies with their details within a specified timeframe. This online platform will be accessible at no cost to voters until Election Day.
The EC addressed the NDC’s call for a Forensic Audit, stating that the legal and administrative processes for cleaning the PVR have not been fully exhausted. Therefore, a forensic audit is not justified at this stage.
The EC urged the public to trust them to carry out their mandate, ensuring the integrity of the electoral process. This development aims to address concerns and promote transparency in the lead-up to the 2024 General Elections.
The online exhibition will enable voters to verify their details and report discrepancies, enhancing the accuracy of the electoral roll.
In addition to the online platform, the EC will provide a timeframe for voters to report anomalies, ensuring that corrections are made before the final register is printed.
The NDC’s demonstration and subsequent petition prompted the EC’s reassessment of its processes, demonstrating the importance of civic engagement in ensuring electoral integrity.
As the 2024 General Elections approach, the EC’s commitment to transparency and accountability will be crucial in maintaining public trust and ensuring a credible electoral process.
